Travelling from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): What you need to know
The timezone in Florianopolis is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Washington DC. Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport is located in Florianopolis.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to FLN. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) leaving Washington Dulles International Airport.
You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Washington DC to FLN flight? Check in to a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
Flights departing from BWI touch down at their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.
About Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Book a hotel close to FLN if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport. Pick one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
From Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport, central Florianopolis is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
$787 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,294. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to FLN. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Florianopolis. January is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Florianopolis is February, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to FLN plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC.
More about Florianopolis
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Florianopolis Hercilio Luz International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Florianopolis:
Your Florianopolis trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Joaquina beach, Dunes of Joaquina and Praia do Novo Campeche.
Explore more of Brazil
Florianopolis has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres north of Florianopolis, a trip to Curitiba will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
If you want to check out another corner of Brazil, head for Joinville, about 153 kilometres north of Florianopolis. Water park, Parque Zoobotanico and Museu da Dança are among the biggest draws.